International Student Programs
Food 4 Thought
These sessions will generally be held on Tuesdays from 12 to 1 either via zoom or in the OIE Lobby on the second floor of Fell Hall. The topics will vary for each session and are subject to change. The topics are chosen to help support new and returning international students to make sure they are aware of resources and services at ISU.
| Day | Date | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | January 30th |
International Student Career Series: Going Global: Know How to Find Companies that will File for You |
| Tuesday | February 6th | ISSS InfoSession: Optional Practical Training |
| Tuesday | February 13th |
International Student Career Series: Strategies to Land a Job in the US |
| Tuesday | February 20th | Finding and Understanding Scholarship Opportunities |
| Tuesday | March 5th | Midterm Stress Relief Workshop |
| Tuesday | March 19th |
International Student Career Series: Alumni Panel Share How to Get a Job |
| Tuesday | March 26th |
A Change in the Weather: Health and Safety Tips |
| Tuesday | April 2nd |
ISSS InfoSession: Curricular Practical Training |
| *Friday* | April 12th |
International Student Career Series: Life After OPT |
| Tuesday | April 16th |
Conflict Management with ISUPD |
| Tuesday | April 23rd |
Preparing for the End of the Semester |
| Tuesday | April 30th |
Finals Stress Relief Workshop |
How Do I? Workshops
Additional workshops addressing specific academic topics that are catered to international students. These workshops will occur on Wednesdays and cover topics such as citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, and more. The Spring semester schedule is listed below. Snacks provided.
| Day | Date | Time | Room | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | January 31st | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I use develop a topic into a thesis or research question? |
| Wednesday | February 7th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I identify reliable sources for my research paper? |
| Wednesday | February 14th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I read and analyze research articles? |
| Wednesday | February 21st | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I create an annotated bibliography? |
| Wednesday | February 28th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I write a summary/analysis/response essay for books & articles? |
| Wednesday | March 6th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I avoid plagiarism? Summarizing, paraphrasing, & quoting practice |
| Wednesday | March 13th | SPRING BREAK - no workshop | ||
| Wednesday | March 20th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do my team and I succeed in completing group projects? |
| Wednesday | March 27th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I create well-organized outlines? |
| Wednesday | April 3rd | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I write a sound literature review? |
| Wednesday | April 10th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I format an APA-style paper? |
| Wednesday | April 17th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I polish my draft using editing and proofreading strategies? |
| Wednesday | April 24th | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I plan and prepare for final exams and projects? |
| Wednesday | May 1st | 12:15 to 1:00 | Fell 212 | How do I turn my paper/project into a powerful presentation? |
Conversations Cafe
Come join us to practice your English skills and make lasting friendships while enjoying some coffee, tea, snacks, and playing board games. All are welcome!
| Day | Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | January 26th | 12:00 to 1:00 pm | Fell 2nd Floor Lobby |
| Friday | February 23rd | 12:00 to 1:00 pm | Fell 2nd Floor Lobby |
| Friday | March 29th | 12:00 to 1:00 pm | Fell 2nd Floor Lobby |
| Friday | April 26th | 12:00 to 1:00 pm | Fell 2nd Floor Lobby |
Academic Jumpstart Workshops
Release your full academic potential and spring into action with our Academic Success workshops. These workshops are held the first week of classes and cover timely topics - the Spring 2024 schedule is posted below. Snack provided.
| Day | Date | Time | Room | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | January 22nd | 11:30 to 12:15 | Fell 212 | Navigate Your Syllabi & Avoid Roadblocks |
| 12:30 to 1:15 | Fell 212 | Communicate Successfully with Faculty & Staff | ||
| Tuesday | January 23rd | 11:30 to 12:15 | Fell 212 | Understand ISU's Academic Integrity Policy |
| 12:30 to 1:15 | Fell 212 | Use Milner Library's Far-Reaching Resources | ||
| Wednesday | January 24th | 11:30 to 12:15 | Fell 212 | Balance and Manage Your Time |
| 12:30 to 1:15 | Fell 212 | Keep Pace with Lectures & Take Useful Notes | ||
| Thursday | January 25th | 11:30 to 12:15 | Fell 212 | Work Smart: Read Efficiently & Effectively |
| 12:30 to 1:15 | Fell 212 | Participate in Class and Group Discussions | ||
| Friday | January 26th | 11:30 to 12:15 | Fell 212 | Tame Your ISU Outlook Email Inbox |
| 12:30 to 1:10 | Fell 212 | Ace Your Exams |